Milone & MacBroom will be holding two public meetings seeking feedback to be used in the development of a concept plan for the renovation of Schenck’s Island and Merwin Meadows. The meetings will be held on Sunday, March 24 (1-3 p.m.) and Sunday, April 28 (1-3 p.m.) at Comstock Community Center in the gym. The meetings are open […]
The Town of Wilton will be holding a public meeting to present draft concept plans for the renovation of Schenck’s Island and Merwin Meadows. The meeting will be held on Sunday, April 28, from 1-3 p.m. at the Comstock Community Center gym. The Town’s consultant (Milone & MacBroom) will provide a summary of the information […]
2020 marks the 100th anniversary of the passage of the 19th Amendment guaranteeing and protecting the right to vote for (some) women. Pre-COVID, the State of Connecticut launched the CT Women’s Suffrage Commission and encouraged municipalities and non-profits to work together to celebrate this anniversary. A number of Wilton organizations planned events and activities to […]
Wilton Land Conservation Trust's Stewardship Sunday Program Where: Schenck's Island When: Sunday, April 24 What: Native tree and shrub planting (50ish trees) and invasive removal Who: The Wilton Land Conservation Trust welcomes all; this is a kid-friendly and family event. Drop-offs are OK. By combining education and environmental management, Stewardship Sundays — led by WLCT […]
Where: Schenck's Island When: Sunday, May 1, at 1:30-3 p.m. What: Native tree and shrub planting (25ish trees) and invasive removal Who: The Wilton Land Conservation Trust welcomes all; this is a kid-friendly and family event. Drop-offs are OK: biodiversity for all ages. Stewardship Sunday Program: By combining education and environmental management, Stewardship Sundays — led […]
UPDATE, Jan. 21: This event has been canceled due to inclement weather. The Wilton Conservation Commission invites residents to a Luminaria Walk and Bonfire on Sunday, Jan. 22, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at Schenck’s Island in Wilton Town Center (across from Stop and Shop at 5 River Rd.). Residents are welcome to stop by to warm […]
The birding expedition is led by expert birder, environmentalist, gardener, and Wilton resident Joe Bear. Our fall migration bird walk will explore Wilton Land Trust’s Schenck's Island river walk. Together, we will explore this birding hot spot that offers diverse habitats, including open fields, woodlands, edges, and swamps. Rain or shine, Joe will lead us […]
The Wilton Conservation Commission is hosting its annual Luminaria Walk and Bonfire this Saturday, March 2, from 5:30-7:30 p.m., on Schenck’s Island. Residents are welcome to stop by and warm up by a roaring bonfire, enjoy hot chocolate and s’mores, and take a stroll along the walking trails lit with luminarias. As a reminder, children […]
